Serving 952 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mallard Creek Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mallard Creek Stem Academy's student population of 952 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mallard Creek Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mallard Creek Stem Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1857 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
79%
25%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mallard Creek Stem Academy's ranking?
Mallard Creek Stem Academy is ranked #1857 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mallard Creek Stem Academy often compared to?
Mallard Creek Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Tmsa Charlotte, Sugar Creek Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mallard Creek Stem Academy?
952 students attend Mallard Creek Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mallard Creek Stem Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mallard Creek Stem Academy?
Mallard Creek Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mallard Creek Stem Academy offer ?
Mallard Creek Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mallard Creek Stem Academy part of?
Mallard Creek Stem Academy is part of Mallard Creek STEM Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Mallard Creek Stem Academy located?
Mallard Creek Stem Academy is located in the Davis Lake Eastfield neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Davis Lake Eastfield.
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